{"id":11945,"date":"2020-01-14T14:22:06","date_gmt":"2020-01-14T06:22:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=11945"},"modified":"2020-01-21T17:19:30","modified_gmt":"2020-01-21T09:19:30","slug":"famous-taiwan-snacks-must-buy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/famous-taiwan-snacks-must-buy\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Taiwan Snacks Your Tour Guide Won&#8217;t Show You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Think Taiwan is all about pineapple tarts? There are also tons of inexpensive, famous Taiwan snacks that you must buy in Taipei supermarkets to haul home!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to stuffing your luggages with famous Taiwan snacks in Taipei, it&#8217;s common to see travellers buy boxes and boxes of pineapple tarts to haul home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Taipei Supermarket Haul Series:<br>  \u2022  <\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"9 Taiwan Instant Noodles You Must Buy in Taipei (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/taiwan-instant-noodles-you-must-buy-taipei\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\"><strong>9 Taiwan Instant Noodles You Must Buy in Taipei<\/strong><\/span><\/a> \ud83c\udf5c<strong><br>  \u2022  15 Taiwan Snacks Your Tour Guide Won&#8217;t Show You<\/strong> \ud83c\udf6d<br><strong>  \u2022  <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"18 Taiwan Canned Food You Need to Buy Home (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/taiwan-canned-foods-you-need-to-buy\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">18 Taiwan Canned Food You Need to Buy Home<\/span><\/a><\/strong> \ud83d\udc1f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately for us, my Taiwanese friends have revealed a list of popular Taiwan&#8217;s must buy snacks that only locals would know. The best part? These locally famous Taiwan snacks are inexpensive and can be found in major supermarkets all across Taipei!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s a list of 15 famous Taiwan snacks recommended by locals that you must buy before flying home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Peacock Biscuit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1061.jpg\" alt=\"Peacock Biscuit - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" class=\"wp-image-11948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1061.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1061-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1061-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eating biscuits with milk is one of the most satisfying lazy snacks \u2013 and there&#8217;s no better flavour than Peacock Biscuit. It&#8217;s a childhood favourite snack for many local Taiwanese and it remains popular among adults and children even till today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$2.50 (NT$56) per two pack<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Wang Wang Onion Crackers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1060.jpg\" alt=\"Wang Wang Onion Crackers - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" class=\"wp-image-11949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1060.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1060-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1060-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wang Wang is more than just rice crackers. These onion crackers are shaped like popcorns and every crunch is savoury with onion fragrance, perfect for a Netflix binge!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$2.60 (NT$58)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Pea Crackers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1059-2.jpg\" alt=\"Pea Crackers - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" data-id=\"11951\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?attachment_id=11951\" class=\"wp-image-11951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1059-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1059-2-217x300.jpg 217w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"898\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1050-2.jpg\" alt=\"Pea Crackers - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" data-id=\"11950\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?attachment_id=11950\" class=\"wp-image-11950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1050-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1050-2-217x300.jpg 217w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Okay, so I&#8217;ve been told this is the OG \u2013 a must buy snack in Taiwan. Original vintage packaging on the left and new packaging on the right. The savoury garlic flavour is dangerously addictive and the green pea aftertaste adds a hint of sweetness too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$0.90 (NT$20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Raisin Sesame Soft Flour Cakes (Sachima)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1062.jpg\" alt=\"Raisin Sesame Soft Flour Cakes Sachima - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" class=\"wp-image-11954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1062.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1062-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1062-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sachima is extremely popular in the Mandarin-speaking community. The blocks are made of fluffy fried batter bound with stiff sugar syrup and flavours vary from region to region. This famous Taiwanese version has raisin and sesame, giving the Sachima a fragrant blend of both sweet and savoury in one bite!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$2.80 (NT$63)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Ke Xue Mian (Science Noodles)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1058.jpg\" alt=\"Ke Xue Mian Science Noodles - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" class=\"wp-image-11955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1058.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1058-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1058-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you recall, the famous Science Noodles also appeared on our list of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"9 Taiwan Instant Noodles You Must Buy in Taipei (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/taiwan-instant-noodles-you-must-buy-taipei\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">9 Taiwan Instant Noodles You Must Buy in Taipei<\/span><\/a>. In addition to regular instant noodle packs, Science Noodles are also available in 20 mini party packs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$2.50 (NT$55)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Vegetable Biscuit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1047.jpg\" alt=\"Vegetable Biscuit - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" class=\"wp-image-11946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1047.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1047-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1047-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hold up! Not all snacks are high in sodium and sugar. This traditional, vegetarian-friendly biscuit has zero artificial flavouring, colouring, MSG, and preservatives. No wonder it&#8217;s been a healthy favourite Taiwan snack among locals for the longest time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$1.10 (NT$25)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Baby Rice Crackers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1052.jpg\" alt=\"Baby Rice Crackers - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" class=\"wp-image-11956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1052.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1052-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1052-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While these Baby Rice Crackers are made for babies to chew on during teething, it has also become a favourite among health-conscious snackers. With added nutritional wheat, there&#8217;s really no guilt when munching on these rice crackers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$2.10 (NT$48)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Asparagus Juice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1056.jpg\" alt=\"Baby Rice Crackers - Famous Taiwan Snacks\" class=\"wp-image-11958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1056.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1056-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1056-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, you read that right. This Asparagus Juice is one of Taiwan&#8217;s oldest canned juice \u2013 a true vintage. The first sip may be a little hard to overcome, but after you get past that, it tastes just like a mixture of barley and wheatgrass. Definitely a pleasant surprise!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$0.40 (NT$8)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Pure Coconut Juice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1055.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1055.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1055-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1055-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another famous Taiwan canned juice is none other than the popular Pure Coconut Juice. It&#8217;s smooth and refreshing, perfect for a cool down after <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"exploring Ximending and eating all those delicious Taiwanese street food (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/where-to-stay-taipei-best-districts-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">exploring Ximending and eating delicious local street food<\/span><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$1.30 (NT$28)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Taiwan Fruit Beer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1053.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1053.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1053-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1053-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No trip to Taiwan is complete without trying their famous Taiwanese Fruit Beer. Infused with yummy fruit flavours like mango, pineapple, and grapes, you won&#8217;t be able to stop at one can. Though only 2.8% alcohol content, we don&#8217;t recommend binge drinking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$1.40 (NT$30)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Taiwan Beer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1049.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1049.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1049-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1049-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to creative fruit beers, regular Taiwan Beer is equally famous. Original vintage brown bottle packaging on the left and new packaging on the right. You probably cannot bring this back in your luggage, but who says you can&#8217;t have a hotel room party! Speaking of Taipei hotels, have you heard about the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rumours of Grand Hyatt Taipei (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/haunted-hotels-in-asia-horror-stories\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">rumours of Grand Hyatt Taipei<\/span><\/a>? \ud83e\udd14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$2 (NT$44)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Bubble Black Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1048.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1048.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1048-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1048-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bubble Black Tea, another classic local beverage, is loved by many Taiwanese. The packaged tea is smooth and easy to drink at any time of the day, whether it&#8217;s <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"after a heavy meal at one of Taipei's best restaurants (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/taipei-food-guide-must-eat-restaurants-taipei\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">after a heavy meal at one of Taipei&#8217;s best restaurants<\/span><\/a> or you&#8217;re just looking to hydrate <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"after a long day day trip outside the capital city (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/taiwan-itinerary-guide-best-day-trips-from-taipei\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">after a long day day trip outside the capital city<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$3.20 (NT$72) per six pack<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. Hey Song Sarsaparilla<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1051.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11963\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1051.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1051-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1051-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most seasoned Taiwan travellers know that Hey Song Sarsaparilla is one of Taiwan&#8217;s most famous beverages and definitely won&#8217;t miss it. Instead of paying S$5 a can in pop up Taiwanese markets in Singapore, share a six pack with your Taipei travel pals with just 1\/10 of the price!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$3.20 (NT$72) per six pack<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>14. Caramel Milk Candy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1057.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1057.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1057-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1057-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On top of savoury snacks and popular drinks, you gotta satisfy your sweet tooth too! This Caramel Milk Candy is also a must buy Taiwan snack and a childhood favourite for many locals due to its rich, creamy, and milky flavour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price: ~S$1.50 (NT$33)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>15. Sour Plum Lollipop<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1063.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11965\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1063.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1063-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2020\/01\/IMG_1063-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sour Plum Lollipop&#8230; it&#8217;s the best! Every lollipop has a sour plum enclosed in the centre by hardened honey or caramel sugar. 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